Pinot Noir $25-$35

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Lots of cola on the nose, with some tea accenting the wild raspberry fruit. Background notes of peach, bay leaf and vanilla add complexity. This is very high toned. Light but rich on entry, with burnished bitter cherry fruit and some sweetness. This is really very bright and rather intense on the palate, offering up richness and intensity without any fat. It’s a bit hot on the finish, which does mar the whole impression, but it’s very easy to drink and does show some surprisingly subtle complexity on the mid-palate. A lovely Rainier cherry note on the finish is supported by very well integrated wood spice notes. 89pts